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What are supporting details?

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Supporting details are evidence and prove the central or main idea.

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What is the main idea of a paragraph?

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The main idea is the central point or message that the author wants to convey.

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Where can the main idea usually be found in a paragraph?

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The main idea can usually be found at the start or end of a paragraph.

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What is the main idea of a paragraph about poisonous snakes?

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How to tell if a snake is poisonous or not.

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What supports the main idea in a paragraph?

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Details support the main idea.

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What is the purpose of supporting details?

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Supporting details provide evidence and information that clarify and reinforce the main idea.

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How can you identify the main idea in a text?

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Look for the sentence that summarizes the key point or message of the text.

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What is an example of a main idea?

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Soccer players learn many skills when playing soccer.

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What type of details help to explain the main idea?

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Examples, facts, and descriptions help to explain the main idea.

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What is the difference between a main idea and supporting details?

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The main idea is the overall message, while supporting details provide evidence and information that back up the main idea.